Disney Wonder is sailing into Australian shores for the first time – and it has cruisers clamouring to nab a booking. Whether you’re hoping to take a walk down memory lane with your favourite childhood Disney characters, or you’re looking for a family-friendly cruise that caters to all ages, there’s bound to be something for … Read more
Cruise Passenger reported in June that Disney was coming Down Under. This week the line confirmed the news, sparking a renewed tussle between Disney, Carnival’s so-called Fun Ships and Royal Caribbean’s giant playgrounds on the water. Royal Caribbean sailed with 1,000,000 pre-pandemic and claimed it was 10 per cent of its cruisers. Apply that Australia’s … Read more
The new cruise line is rocking the sea and making waves, so we gave it a spin. All-night dance parties, six restaurants serving up menus from Korean BBQ through to vegan eats (and not a buffet in sight), drag shows, a comedic sex-therapist cabaret, circus performances to rival Cirque Du Soleil, an on-board tattoo parlour…and … Read more
Some are already here, of course. But in just a few weeks time, Australia’s wave season begins in earnest with some of the best ships ever on display. Luxury cruise lines and small ship operators are returning in force for what promises to be a jam packed few months from September to March. Here’s what … Read more
It was the story that turned the tide for cruising in Australia:Â The Coral Princess went from zero to hero in a day after members of her crew and a few passengers caught COVID. Some media outlets chose to headline the story, labelling her “riddled” with the virus and claiming it as a major outbreak. … Read more
Crossing the pool deck on my way to breakfast, I spotted two mice. On most cruise ships this would be a cause for alarm, but on Disney Wish bumping into Mickey and Minnie is par for the course, reports Joanna Booth. In fact, it’s peopled by a whole host of colourful characters from the big … Read more
Stilt walkers and jugglers paraded on the dock at Monte Carlo to celebrate the launch of Azamara’s fourth ship, Azamara Onward, which was named, or rather, renamed on May 2 by US-based entrepreneur Beth Santos. The vessel, one of eight identical ships built in 1999 for the long-defunct Renaissance Cruises, is a sister to Azamara’s … Read more
In great news for cruising families, both Carnival Cruise Line and Disney Cruise Line look to be sending more family-fun towards Australia. Carnival has confirmed a second ship will be heading towards Australia, meanwhile, Disney has confirmed that cruising on Aussie shores is part of its plan moving forward. Carnival Australia President and Chief Executive … Read more
Dance contests, toys, books, movies, arts & crafts, sports competitions, special pools, water slides – there are practically endless options onboard to keep the little ones entertained.Â
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